[ Regulatory & Policy ] as a Related Elective for those interested in Sports Law : Students interested in working with copyright and trademark issues, particularly with media and entertainment clients, will benefit from this examination of the business of professional sports. Some of the legal issues that arise with the professional team include IP issues associated with the success of a franchise or a player.

General course
Description:

This seminar will examine the legal dimensions of the business of professional sports. Topics covered will include the history and evolution of sports leagues, the application of antitrust and labor law, drugs and sports, the rules governing sports leagues, and the relationships between owners, players, fans and the media. Labor Law (Law 301) is a prerequisite for this course.

Course Style: A Substantive course teaches the law, theory, and policy in a particular area of law